Community School Director - with Growth Opportunities

PLEASE NOTE- HR will provide you with the OFFICIAL Bronx Works Job Description on file for the role,

We have set standards across the agency for all positions, and certain requirements like FLSA classification

(Exempt/Non-Exempt), The Program cannot change the education, Certifications, or Licenses requirements.

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Qualifications (education, professional certifications, licenses, or experience). A Master's Degree in Social Work is

preferred. The ability to work effectively with high school-aged youth, educators, families, and communities is necessary.

Experience working in a school-based setting is essential. Knowledge of community organizing, student support services

and youth development principles. Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills are required.

Prior event planning experience a MUST- Bilingual Spanish/English proficiency is preferred but not required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities -Develop strong relationships with school administration, teachers, parents, and

students to improve school success and program cohesion. Conduct a collaborative community assessment to determine

the ongoing needs of students and families- identify the needs of chronically absent students. Conduct outreach to students

and families and facilitate referral process to available resources. Coordinate and host monthly community events,

build community relationships, and assist with data collection. Advise a small caseload of 7 students.

Program-Specific Responsibilities: Adhere to the Non- discrimination and Equal Opportunity provisions for Workforce

Skills/Abilities Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other standard business applications. Ability to use a computer

for prolonged periods. Ability to occasionally lift and or move up to 10 pounds. Ability to stand, walk, or sit for a long period

of time. Ability to climb five flight of stairs, if required, to conduct home visits and or fieldwork. Ability to bend and retrieve

objects and or documents. Ability to travel for a minimum of 1 mile within a reasonable amount of time and in all types of

weather, including inclement weather, if required to conduct home visits and or fieldwork. Advanced-level professional

competency in written and spoken English language is required. Authorization to work in the United States for any employer is

mandatory.